LVN PRN
Summary of Essential Functions for the Position: Committed to Caring, a qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Develops and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s). Participates in patient, caregiver, and family counseling and caregiver education. Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care. Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care. The skilled professional staff whether direct employee of the Agency or under arrangement are expected to contribute to all phases of the QAPI program and participated with ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of patients. The LVN will be monitored and evaluated by the Registered Nurse (RN) in the provision of service, provision of treatments, patient education, and communication with the RN, and date collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the RN. Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.